SUN 02.28 (above) Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, and yet, too many women don’t understand the symptoms and the risk factors.
That is why the American Heart Association in 2004 launched the Go Red for Women campaign. Now, some 17 years later, Go Red for Women has evolved into the driving force in accelerating science, advancing public health policy and addressing the gender and racial gaps for women in research, healthcare and more surrounding heart disease.
This weekend, the American Heart Association continues those efforts 106.1 KISS FM radio personality Kellie Rasberry hosts “Go Red Live! — United in Purpose.” Noon, WFAA Channel 8;email Emily.Gerstner@heart.org for information.